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Introduced
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
In Committee
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
12/31/2022
Introduced Session
192nd General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to lower the voting age in local elections. Election Laws.
AI Summary
This bill aims to lower the voting age in local elections to 16 years old. Specifically, it amends the existing law to allow citizens aged 16 and older, who are not under guardianship or incarcerated due to a felony conviction, and who reside in a city or town where the local government has granted this voting right, to register to vote and participate in municipal elections and town meetings. The bill also specifies that these young voters can participate in district-level elections and meetings, where applicable. This legislation seeks to encourage healthy voting habits among youth and increase their civic engagement at the local level.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (8)
Mike Barrett (D)*,
Tami Gouveia (D)*,
Mike Connolly (D),
Nika Elugardo (D),
Christina Minicucci (D),
Dave Robertson (D),
Dan Sena (D),
Bud Williams (D),
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H5026 (on 09/12/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H794 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H794.pdf |
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